“Stick to IGP’s Directives or Face the Music”, CP Azare Warns Police Officers in Akwa Ibom
The Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, fsi, has issued a stern warning to all officers and men of the command against disobedience to lawful directives of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+) NPM.
The Commissioner delivered the warning during a high-level virtual conference with members of the Command Management Team, Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers, and Heads of Tactical Units on Friday, April 17, 2026.
The CP, while addressing the officers, expressed grave concern over reports of indiscipline, selective obedience, and disregard for established operational guidelines in certain quarters.
He emphasised that “the Nigeria Police Force operates on a well-defined chain of command, and any breach of directives from the Inspector-General constitutes gross misconduct and will attract firm disciplinary action.”
CP Azare reiterated that the ongoing reforms and strategic directives of the Inspector-General are designed to restore public confidence, enhance professionalism, and reposition the Force for effective service delivery.
Read Also: A’Ibom CP Decorates 613 Newly Promoted Assistant Superintendents Of Police
He warned that any officer found undermining these efforts through acts of insubordination, unprofessional conduct, or dereliction of duty will face immediate sanctions, including orderly room trial and possible dismissal.
“Obedience to lawful orders is not optional but mandatory. The era of impunity, indiscipline, and disregard for constituted authority is over. Every officer must align with the vision and operational directives of the Inspector-General of Police,” the Commissioner stated.
He further directed all supervising officers to ensure strict monitoring and enforcement of compliance within their respective formations, warning that Commanders will be held vicariously responsible for the actions or inactions of their subordinates.
CP Azare charged all personnel to rededicate themselves to duty with renewed discipline, integrity, and commitment to the rule of law, noting that the image of the Force and the safety of citizens depend largely on the conduct of its officers.
The Command, he reassured, remains unwavering in its commitment to professionalism, discipline, and the protection of lives and property in Akwa Ibom State.
He therefore directed officers to uphold the highest standards of conduct in line with the vision of IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu.
“Any form of misconduct or breach of directives will not be tolerated under any circumstances,” he said.
The Commissioner’s statement was contained in a Press release signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
